Frequently Asked Questions

Prospective Students

how old does my child have to be to participate in programs at heroes academY?

HEROES Academy accepts students as young as six years old. All students must take our placement test for qualification and class placement purposes. Our lowest level classes require students to be reading at about a third grade level. Not sure if your child is ready to take our placement test? Give us a call and we will help you figure it out.

how do I know which class to enroll my child in?

After your child takes the placement test, we will provide you with a comprehensive list of what classes your child is eligible to take. After that, the decision is completely up to you.

How long do most students take to complete the placement test?

We allow students to take as much time as they need to complete all sections of the test. On average, students who have not yet completed pre-algebra in school take approximately 2 1/2 hours to complete all sections of the test. This includes time to take short breaks in between sections. Students who are currently in Algebra or higher tend to take longer on the test. In some cases, students return at a later date to finish the paper-pencil math exam. Please keep in mind that we cannot determine class placement for ANY classes until all sections of the test are completed.

How do I know if HEROES is right for my child?

Until your child takes our placement test, we cannot tell you if your child will qualify for classes at HEROES Academy. Students need to test in at least the 80th percentile or above in BOTH math and reading to take classes here. While we only accept the NWEA MAP test, student performance on other standardized tests can be a fairly accurate indicator as to whether or not you should consider registering your child for the placement test.

Where are you located? Where do i park?

Our physical address is 317 George St Suite 210 in New Brunswick, NJ.

For parking, we recommend using 55 New St in New Brunswick, NJ for GPS directions.

​If you are coming from Rt 18, pull into the first driveway on your right directly following the construction. This will bring you to the entrance of the parking garage. Exit the parking garage on the third floor. Please bring your parking card with you so that we can validate it. Parking will be reduced to $1 per hour. As soon as you exit, you will see a big red brick building. This is our building. You may also choose to park on the street. On Sundays, street parking is free in New Brunswick.

WHEN DO CLASSES MEET?

The majority of our classes meet on either Saturday or Sunday for two hours each week. A comprehensive list of all class meeting dates and times can be found on our school calendar. ​

How many students are in a class?

Our classrooms can facilitate up to 12 students per class. Our class size average is ~6 students. We strive to keep our class sizes small so that we can provide the best learning experience for your child.

My child is very advanced in mathematics, however, they are below grade level in reading. Can they take classes at HEROES Academy?

All of our programs incorporate math and language arts standards into the curriculum.. Students need to qualify in both mathematics and reading. This means that they have to test in at least the 80th percentile in both math and reading. For more information regarding class placement test, click here.

I want to register my child for a class, what is the first step?

All students must take our placement test regardless of age, grade level or other test scores. To register for the placement test, please click here. Qualification and class placement are based on student results. Qualifying students will be provided with a comprehensive list of classes that they may enroll in. To register for a class, contact us at info@njgifted.org or ﻿(732) 690-7991.﻿

When can my child start classes?

Classes at HEROES start in September and run until the end of June. Some students maybe be able to join classes mid-year based on placement and space availability.

I need to reschedule my child's placement test, is this possible?

We require at least 48 hours written notice for any schedule changes or cancellations.

Current Students

This is our first time at HEROES, what should my child bring to class?

We suggest that children bring a spill-proof water bottle to class. We have a water cooler available if students need to refill their water bottles. We also have cups available if they forget their water bottle. However, repeatedly leaving the classroom can be disruptive to learning and we want to make sure your child gets the most out of class here. If your child is taking two or more classes consecutively at HEROES Academy, you MUST provide them with lunch. Since there are only twenty minutes in between class periods, we highly recommend packing lunch rather than planning to go out to eat.

We provide students with everything they need for class.

We recommend the Contigo Madison Spill Proof water bottle. We sell HEROES logo versions of this water bottle for your convenience. Please note, this is the ONLY water bottle permitted in the computer lab.

How will i be notified of snow days and other school closures?

We will send out an e-mail to all families regarding snow closings. Snow closing e-mails include a 'click to reply' function. Please click on this button so that we know you have received this message. In addition, Snow Days will be announced on the "School News" page of Gradelink. If you do not reply, we will call you early in the morning. Please make sure that we have up to date contact information.

My child doesn't understand the homework, what should we do?

If your child has any questions regarding homework, they may e-mail us at info@njgifted.org. We will respond within 1 business day.

What is the drop off and pick up policy?

If your child is TWELVE or older, you may drop them off in the back parking lot by the parking deck. You may pick them up in the same location. Please call us to let us know you are here for pick up. We will send your child down. We do not permit students to be dropped off or picked up on George St side. In addition, students under the age of twelve must be signed in by a parent.

My child is going to miss a class, what is your make-up policy?

We only offer one section of each class. Therefore, there are no make-up classes. If your child is going to miss a class, it is their responsibility to contact the instructor before the missed class for make-up work. Our classes move at an accelerated pace and cover a rigorous curriculum. Students should try their best to attend every class.

What is gradelink? How do I access my account?

Gradelink is an integrated management, teaching and learning application. At HEROES, we use Gradelink to track attendance, student performance, assignment submissions and enrollment. Gradelink makes it easy to maintain school and parent communications. By logging in to your account, you may also view and download current homework assignments. If you need to retrieve your username and/or password, please contact us at info@njgifted.org. To login, please use this link: https://secure.gradelink.com/gradelink Please ensure that your contact information is up-to-date.